Wordless Wednesday – Cats & Keyboards

A catless writer is almost inconceivable.
It’s a perverse taste, really,
Since it would be easier to write with a
Herd of buffalo in the room than even one cat:They make nests in the notes andBite at the end of the pen andWalk on the typewriter keys.Barbara Holland

Wordless Wednesday – Expressive Magellan

Hello cool cats – this is Magellan!
Today I am about to share one of my favorite tips with you:
How to get your humans off of their computers so they can
Spend more time playing with you!

Step 1: Sneak up on your humans so that you have the
Element of surprise on your side.

Step 2: When your humans lay out their work materials –
Spread your body all over the materials!

In the photo, I am demonstrating this technique by
Waiting for my Mom to pull out her keyboard tray.
When she does, notice how I appear out of nowhere –
Then, take a long leisurely stretch across her work space!

Step 3: Make sure that your actions appear to be innocent.
I like to stretch nonchalantly like I’m looking for a place to nap.
My stretch isn’t just for comfort though.
It’s a strategic move designed to push that keyboard and mouse
Well out of my human’s reach!

Step 4: Now, this is really important!
When your human leans over to pet you and to
Coax you out of your spot so they can continue to work –
Give them your most charming, wide-eyed stare –
Followed up by a well-timed meow that says,
“It’s fun time! Play with me now!”

Do NOT break eye contact!
Chances are good you can guilt them into
Succumbing to your wishes here and now!

Of course – there will be times when
More extreme measures are needed.

Step 5: If your human is feeling particularly focused –
Then bunker down – hang on to the sides of the tray –
And put on your saddest, most guilt-inducing face!

Your Assignment:

Now it’s your turn, cool cats and dapper doggies!
What tips and tricks do you have for distracting your
Pet parents from things they think they should be doing
When really, they should be spending more time with you?

Share your tips and stories and together –
Let us count the ways we can amuse our pet parents with our antics!

If Your Humans Still Can’t Take A Hint –
Use The Ingenious Method Employed By This Kitten!

Wordless Wednesday – Week of August 12, 2014

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That is so funny! Our cat, Prince, always seems to be waiting for one of us to leave the office chair (the one in today’s photo) and promptly goes to sleep there. Sometimes we take the laptop out of the office just so that he can sleep in peace. 🙂

I don’t have a kitty, but it’s okay I can come over here and play with yours, and watch her/him. hehehe We have a black lab and Baby (that’s her name) is about as silly as a cat at times too. Thanks for sharing. HUGS

No truer words…Absolutely loved the video. That kitten was so oblivious! Both Lily and Astrid like to sit in my lap and type. Their spelling misery inventive. I have had some of the kitties do like that kitten, but they will actually lie across my arms just below the elbow. Hugs, Janet and XO, Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth and Calista Jo

Since our cats aren’t allowed on my desk or sewing cabinet when I’m working on something (too many tempting sharp pointies for them to hurt themselves with in play), they’ve taken to jumping onto my lap and attempting to lie on my arms instead.

Those have got to be foolproof methods of getting your humans attention. BOL! Around here there are a few methods used by us canids though Kronos is the designated master distractor. As soon as mom sits down on the computer he looks at her and whines. Then he tries to grab a pillow to play with or he’ll go grab an appropriate toy and bring it to her. In between that he pauses and glances at mom to see if she’s looking. Terra will roll on her back, grumble, groan, and then bark to get attention-she also freezes and checks to see if mom is paying attention! If that doesn’t work, both nonchalantly push their muzzles in between the computer and mom’s hands to get attention. Bella is the polite girl though and she waits patiently until it’s designated walk and play time.

Cats and keyboards! I know!! I have 3 kitties, and each one of them likes to take a turn jumping up on the laptop!
Thanks for linking up with us!
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